Nieuws van en over de Bovelander Foundation
Coaches zijn het middelpunt van de Bovelander Foundation hockeyprogramma’s. Zij zorgen voor vertrouwen en groei bij de kinderen. De begeleiding en opleiding van coaches is cruciaal. Deze zomer gaven Erik Jan van Tol, Mistral Barsingerhorn en Marinke Kruize wederom een coaching cursus in de staat Jharkhand, regio Khunti. Cyclus en life skills Dit jaar zijn … Continue reading Coaching cursus Jharkhand
At the Bovelander Foundation, we believe that every child deserves the right to education. Access to proper sanitation is key to these opportunities — especially for girls. In Jharkhand, a state in eastern India, many young girls face barriers to attending school and one of the obstacles is the lack of adequate toilet facilities. We … Continue reading Community Grant milestone: girls toilet inaugurated
The Duke vormde deze zomerse dag het prachtige decor voor onze Charity Golfdag. Een evenement dat is uitgegroeid tot een vast hoogtepunt in de kalender van golfliefhebbers met een hart voor maatschappelijke projecten. Met 18 holes op een van de mooiste banen van Nederland en 17 flights met supporters, kon deze 6e editie niet anders … Continue reading Bovelander Charity Golfdag 2024
With over 15 years of experience in the development sector, Vineet Lakra has dedicated the past 7 years to working with the Collective for Integrated Livelihood Initiatives (CInIcell). In collaboration with the Royal Dutch Hockey Federation (KNHB) and Bovelander Foundation, he coordinates a hockey program in the state of Jharkhand, serving three districts: Khunti, Simdega, … Continue reading From mudfields to careers, Sport for Development in Jharkhand
Het grootste en langstlopende programma van de Bovelander Foundation is in de staat Jharkhand. Sinds 2017-2018 zijn we hier actief met het Grassroots Hockey Program, en later ook met het Regional Development Center (RDC). Er wordt meerdere keren per week gehockeyd op inmiddels meer dan 100 plekken in de verschillende dorpen rondom Khunti, Simdega en … Continue reading Impact in de staat Jharkhand
In samenwerking met Rotary clubs is het schooljaar afgesloten met twee hockeytoernooien. De opkomst én de opbrengst waren een groot succes. Er werd geld ingezameld voor een goed doel uit de buurt, en voor de projecten van de Bovelander Foundation. Gezamenlijk is zo’n 20.000,- euro opgehaald voor de hockeyprojecten in India! Heel veel dank aan … Continue reading Rotary Schoolhockeytoernooien 2024
March was an exciting month; 250 children had their first-ever hockey sessions. Thanks to Pune Solapur Expressways Private Limited, we introduced hockey at four schools in Daund district, outside of Pune, Maharashtra. We also held a coaching workshop and all came together during a very fun Hockey Festival. The childrens’ eagerness to learn will allow … Continue reading Excitement first hockey sessions
March 13 to 23, India’s Senior Women National Championship was held in Pune / Pimpri-Chinchwad. Hosted by Hockey Maharashtra, the teams of 27 states played for the title. A unique opportunity to expose the players from our Grassroots Hockey Program in Pune to top hockey and to the excitement of an official tournament. On to … Continue reading Cheering for Maharashtra in the National Championship
We are thrilled to partner with Bostik to make a meaningful impact in communities in India. Bostik firmly believes that investing in the development of individuals and communities is the key to unlocking their true potential. Over the next three years, our collaboration will provide underprivileged children and young adults with opportunities that will enhance … Continue reading Partnership: Bostik joins to empower communities in India
The Bovelander Foundation aims to support coaches in their development and as role models in their community. To take a next step in leadership, we launch the Community Grant! We invite coaches to come up with a project to make a difference in their community. Coaches have ownership of the project and develop their professional … Continue reading Launch of Bovelander Foundation Community Grant
Last year, 22 January 2023 we launched the Maharashtra Grassroots Program in Pune. Now last Sunday, 21 January 2024, we celebrated the 1-year anniversary. At the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium different games and drills were set up across the pitch. Over 300 players from 6 different schools mixed and had fun together. Energy, enthusiasm, talent … Continue reading Festival in Pune to celebrate 1-year Maharashtra Grassroots Hockey Program
On October 30, 2023 we had a great start of the collaboration with Rotary Club Amsterdam International. RCAI supports our efforts for equal opportunities and a safe environment for girls and women in India. During the Rotary meeting we shared more about our work with the Amsterdam International members. Join us for the next event, … Continue reading Christmas Charity Dinner
